Additional Resources for Families
This page includes additional resources for children, youth, families, and caregivers looking for support around crisis management, suicide prevention, grief, home safety, and recovery after a crisis.
💡 These resources are meant to support learning and planning. If there is immediate danger or urgent concern, call 911 or contact 988 for 24/7 support.
💡 Created in collaboration with M-HEAL EHCO at the University of Michigan.
Crisis Postvention
- After a crisis: addressing traumatic events
- How to talk about mental health issues with children
- Early psychosis intervention resources
- Family-led crisis planning
- Understanding and supporting youth mental health
Youth Suicide
- Suicide warning signs for teens
- What to do next for parents and caregivers
- Suicide warning signs and how to respond
- Teen suicide recognition and first steps
- What to say to someone at risk for suicide
Oakland County Youth Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Parents →
Home Safety
💡 Reducing access to harmful items can be an important part of crisis prevention and safety planning.
Grief Resources
- Lemon Aid – financial assistance for families experiencing loss by suicide
- Talking about suicide loss with kids and teens
Download Printable Resources
You can also download printable ACMH resource materials to share with families, caregivers, youth, and community partners.
Looking for Guided Support?
The Crisis Navigator pages can help you understand warning signs, respond during a crisis, and support recovery afterward.